JAMB Use of English 1992 Question 99

Question 99

Sentence Interpretation

Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence: Bolade would make a mess of cooking the rice

  1. A.It was typical of Bolade to make a mess of things
  2. B.Bolade cannot cook
  3. C.Bolade will not cook the rice well
  4. D.Bolade does not like cooking rice
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (Bolade will not cook the rice well)

Explanation

'Would' here predicts what is likely to happen: Bolade will not cook the rice well.